Seasonal Variation of Pediatric Dermatoses

Introduction: Skin diseases are common in children; however they differ depending in age, region, socioeconomic status and climate. Many studies have been done to study pattern of dermatological disease in pediatric age group but only few studies have been done in its seasonal variation. So we decided to study seasonal variation of pediatric dermatoses. Methods: This was retrospective study done from hospital record of Lumbini Medical College Teaching Hospital (LMCTH). All children 14 years and below attending the Dermatology out-patient clinic with skin diseases between the period of March 2015 to February 2016 were included. Demographic, clinical and laboratory details were recorded. Data were collected and categorized according to four seasons. Microsoft Excel was used for data entry while all analysis, both descriptive and inferential, was done using SPSS version 22. Results: There were a total of 987 children visiting Dermatology clinic during the study period. Of those, 520 (52.7%) were male and the remaining 467 (47.3%) were female with M:F ratio of 1.1:1. Most of the disorders were seen between 10-14 years of age. Majority of visits was in summer (n=403, 40.8%) followed by spring, autumn and winter. Most common dermatosis seen among children during summer was fungal infection (n=91, 9.2%) and during winter was eczema (n=49, 5%). Conclusion: In the present setting there is seasonal variation of dermatological diseases in pediatric age group.

Download Full-text

Seasonal variation of common skin diseases in pediatric age group a retrospective study conducted in a medical college of Nepal

Journal of Universal College of Medical Sciences ◽

10.3126/jucms.v2i1.10483 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 2 (1) ◽

pp. 7-11

Author(s):

S Shrestha ◽

AK Jha ◽

DP Thapa ◽

CK Bhattarai

Keyword(s):

Seasonal Variation ◽

Retrospective Study ◽

Skin Diseases ◽

Winter Season ◽

Age Group ◽

Pediatric Age ◽

Medical College ◽

Pediatric Age Group ◽

Wide Range ◽

Seborrheic Eczema

INTRODUCTION: Seasonal variation in disease frequency has been observed for centuries. The direct effects of climate on the skin play a small but significant role in determining the geographical and seasonal variation of many skin disorders also in pediatric age group. In our country Nepal where there is a wide range of climates and where pediatric population of 0 to 14 years constitutes 34.19% of the total population there is a need for studying the seasonal variation of pediatric dermatoses separately. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A retrospective study was conducted in the outpatient department of dermatology of Nepal Medical College and Teaching Hospital for a period of 1 year. The total patients were divided according to 4 seasons spring, summer, autumn and winter and analyzed with Chi square test. RESULTS: Out of total 2032 patients 52% was male and 48% was female. Majority of the visits was in the winter season, followed by summer, spring and autumn. The five most common dermatological problems in the pediatric age group were impetigo, lichen urticatus, scabies, seborrheic eczema and milaria. lichen urticatus, seborrheic eczema and milaria showed statistically very significant seasonal variation but impetigo and scabies did not. The age wise variation of these common dermatoses was also statistically highly significant. CONCLUSION: Many common dermatoses in the pediatric age group show seasonal variation and age wise variation. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/jucms.v2i1.10483 Journal of Universal College of Medical Sciences (2014) Vol.2(1): 7-11

Download Full-text

Pattern of Dermatological Disease and its Relation to Gender in Lumbini Medical College Teaching Hospital

Journal of Lumbini Medical College ◽

10.22502/jlmc.v3i1.63 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 3 (1) ◽

pp. 16

Author(s):

Pratistha Shrestha ◽

Jameel Akhtar Mikrani

Keyword(s):

Teaching Hospital ◽

Skin Disease ◽

Data Entry ◽

College Teaching ◽

Age Group ◽

Microsoft Excel ◽

Total Patient ◽

Medical College ◽

Dermatological Disease ◽

Common Skin

Introduction: The pattern of skin disease differs in different countries, and within various region of a country depending on socio-economic, racial and environmental factors. Many researchers have reported various patterns of skin disease in different countries. This type of study has not been done in this part of country. So, we decided to study, assess and compare the different pattern of dermatological disease in patients visiting our centre. Methods: This was retrospective study done from the hospital record of Lumbini Medical College Teaching Hospital (LMCTH). The study was carried out from September 2014 to December 2014 while the data were accessed from the records of respondents from September 2013 to August 2014. The diagnosis was categorized into 10 groups. The diagnosiswhich did not fit any category was kept in "Others". The 10 categories include acne, bacterial infection, dermatophytes, eczema, leprosy, pigmentory diseases, psoriasis, scabies, urticaria and viral infection. Data was collected based on gender and categorized according to the diagnosis. Microsoft Excel was used for data entry while all the analysis both descriptive and inferential statistics was done using SPSS version 21. Results: There were a total of 7967 patients visiting Dermatology OPD. Out of the total patient, there were 52.10% female and 47.89% male and this difference was statistically significant. In both gender eczema was the most common skin disease. Eczema was significantly more common in male whereas acne was significantly common in female. Most of the patients were from age group of 15-30 yrs with eczema being commonest in this age group. Conclusion: Eczema and dermatophytes are the most common dermatological diseases. Eczema is significantly more common in male. Acne is significantly more common in female.

Download Full-text

A Clinicopathological Study of Various Conjunctival Lesions in Children

International Journal of Advanced and Integrated Medical Sciences ◽

10.5005/jp-journals-10050-10049 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 1 (4) ◽

pp. 143-147

Author(s):

Juhi Goel ◽

Swapnila Prasad ◽

Ashutosh Dokania

Keyword(s):

Clinical Presentation ◽

Histopathological Examination ◽

Uttar Pradesh ◽

Capillary Hemangioma ◽

Treatment Modalities ◽

Age Group ◽

Pediatric Age ◽

Medical College ◽

Pediatric Age Group ◽

Clinicopathological Study

ABSTRACT Conjunctival cysts are of a common occurrence in clinical parlance. These tend to be mostly asymptomatic. However, the underlying cause may be vision threatening. Thus, we conducted a clinicohistopathological study of conjunctival cysts in pediatric age group who presented to our outpatient department in Rohilkhand Medical College and Hospital, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India. The aim was to analyze the risk factors, clinical presentation, treatment modalities, and a certain type of cysts in order of their frequency. Significant history, detailed ocular examination, and relevant investigations that were carried out in 10 cases of conjunctival lesions were noted. The management was done and the histopathological examination (HPE) reports were charted. Despite a similar clinical presentation, HPE revealed varied diagnosis. These comprised choristomatous cysts (4), subconjunctival cysticercosis (2), inclusion cysts (2), inflammatory cyst (1), and capillary hemangioma (1). Conjunctival cysts are not just a cosmetic blemish. A detailed ocular examination, early diagnosis, and treatment can help prevent various vision-threatening complications. How to cite this article Goel J, Prasad S, Dokania A. A Clinicopathological Study of Various Conjunctival Lesions in Children. Int J Adv Integ Med Sci 2016;1(4):143-147.

Download Full-text

Multidrug Resistant Non-Typhoidal Salmonella Infections

Tropical Doctor ◽

10.1177/004947559502500305 ◽

1995 ◽

Vol 25 (3) ◽

pp. 104-106 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Usha S Udgaonkar ◽

Raghavendra D Kulkarni ◽

D Raghavendra ◽

Vanita A Kulkarni ◽

Chandrakant A Dharmadhikari ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Multidrug Resistant ◽

The Other ◽

Government Medical College ◽

Drug Resistant ◽

Age Group ◽

Pediatric Age ◽

Medical College ◽

Salmonella Newport ◽

Pediatric Age Group ◽

Salmonella Infections

Over a period of 2 years, 28 patients admitted to Government General Hospital (GGH), Sangli (which is attached to Government Medical College (GMC), Miraj) yielded multi-drug resistant non-typhoidal salmonellae from their clinical material. The pediatric age group predominated in the study, accounting for 93% of cases. Salmonella typhimurium was the main isolate (86%), the other being Salmonella newport (14%). Gastroenteritis was the commonest presentation. Septicaemia was seen with 100% mortality, in infants below 1 month of age. Two cases of meningitis were also seen.

Download Full-text

Pattern of skin disorders among pediatric age group cases attending a tertiary health care center

International Journal of Research in Dermatology ◽

10.18203/issn.2455-4529.intjresdermatol20202023 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 6 (4) ◽

pp. 511

Author(s):

Shahul Hameed G. ◽

Karthik Raja S.

Keyword(s):

Skin Diseases ◽

Care Center ◽

Tertiary Care ◽

Care Hospital ◽

Age Group ◽

Pediatric Age ◽

Skin Disorders ◽

College Hospital ◽

Health Care Center ◽

Pediatric Age Group

Background: Skin diseases among the pediatric age group people are more common and it contributes to significant burden to health sectors. Also, the pattern of skin diseases changes consistently with reference to place and time. Hence the present study was conducted to assess the pattern of skin diseases in pediatric age group patients attending a tertiary care hospital.Methods: The cross-sectional study was conducted by the department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy at Sri Muthukumaran Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, among the pediatric age group patients attending the outpatient department, during the month of October to December 2019. A total of 412 pediatric age group patients with skin disorder were included in the study. The study was conducted using a proforma with the clinical history and diagnosis of the participants. Data was entered in Microsoft excel and data analysis was done using SPSS version 17.Results: The common skin disorders reported in this study includes infections (34.7%) followed by dermatitis (32.3%), infestations (11.4%), miliaria (8.3%), popular urticaria (7.5%) and urticaria (6.1%). Among the infections fungal, bacterial and viral pathogens contributes to 16.3%, 10.9% and 7.5% of cases, respectively. Also 11.2% of cases were found to be infested with scabies (9.2%) and pediculosis (2.2%).Conclusions: Skin disorders in the pediatric age group are common and showing increasing trend. Hence health education of the parents and the school children about good nutrition, hygiene practices, and proper hydration of skin can be promoting in order to reduce the burden of skin disorders.

Download Full-text

A study of adverse vaccine events among pediatric age group in a tertiary medical college hospital

International Journal of Basic & Clinical Pharmacology ◽

10.18203/2319-2003.ijbcp20151333 ◽

2015 ◽

pp. 1067-1071

Author(s):

Gramle Amol ◽

Asmita Narayan ◽

R. Shubha

Keyword(s):

Medical College Hospital ◽

Age Group ◽

Pediatric Age ◽

College Hospital ◽

Medical College ◽

Pediatric Age Group

Download Full-text

Clinical pattern of cutaneous infestations in pediatric age group attending a tertiary care centre

International Journal of Research in Dermatology ◽

10.18203/issn.2455-4529.intjresdermatol20214909 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 8 (1) ◽

pp. 35

Author(s):

Raghavon U. U. ◽

Neela V. Bhuptani ◽

Bharti K. Patel ◽

Sagar Bhimani

Keyword(s):

Pediatric Patients ◽

Dietary Habits ◽

Skin Diseases ◽

Tertiary Care ◽

Outpatient Department ◽

Health Concern ◽

Care Hospital ◽

Age Group ◽

Pediatric Age ◽

Pediatric Age Group

Background: Skin diseases are a serious health concern for children of all ages, and they are linked to a high rate of morbidity. In comparison to adults, children's dermatological problems are more impacted by socioeconomic position, dietary habits, climatic exposure, and the external environment. The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of infestations among pediatric patients who visited the dermatology outpatient department in a tertiary care hospital.Methods: From December 2019 to September 2020, all newly diagnosed, untreated male and female pediatric patients (from neonates to adolescents of 14 years of age) attending dermatology outpatient department (OPD) were assessed to determine the prevalence of Infestations within the pediatric population. A thorough history was gathered, followed by a meticulous dermatological examination and if indicated, regular investigations were done and were recorded in predesigned performa.Results: The analysis included 50 patients who had been infested. There were 43 cases (86%) of scabies and 7 cases (14%) of pediculosis capitis.Conclusions: The infestations in the pediatric age group are associated with a high communicable rate so it’s important to diagnose these conditions early to contain the spread and limit the morbidity.

Download Full-text

Seasonal variation of pediatric dermatoses: a retrospective study conducted in tertiary care centre Ujjain

International Journal of Research in Dermatology ◽

10.18203/issn.2455-4529.intjresdermatol20181816 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 4 (2) ◽

pp. 168

Author(s):

Ujjwal Kumar ◽

Krishnendra Varma ◽

Pawan Kumar Khairwar

Keyword(s):

Seasonal Variation ◽

Retrospective Study ◽

Skin Disease ◽

Skin Diseases ◽

Climatic Factors ◽

Pediatric Population ◽

Tertiary Care ◽

Age Group ◽

Pediatric Age ◽

Tertiary Care Centre

Background: Skin diseases in pediatric age are common health problem with wide variation in the presentation in various regions. Association of seasonal variation in skin disease has been studied for centuries. Environmental factors plays significant role in skin disease. Different climatic factors that may decide the incidence of skin diseases. Cold, warmth, light and humidity play direct or indirect role in occurrence of various dermatosis. Many studies have been done to study pattern of skin disease in pediatric population but only few studies are done for its clinical correlation of seasonal variation. Hence we decided to study seasonal variation in pediatric dermatoses. The objective of the study was to study the seasonal variation, age-wise variation and distribution of common dermatoses in pediatric population in 0-15 years.Methods: This was a retrospective study done in R.D. Gardi Medical College, Ujjain over a period of one year. A total of 1110 cases of age 0-15 years, who presented in out-patient clinic of dermatology deparment were included in this study. Demographic profile and clinical details were recorded. Data were collected and patient’s details were categorized according to four seasons summer, autumn, winter and spring. Microsoft excel was used for data entry and analysis was done using SPSS version 22.Results: Out of all the subjects recruited, 55.7% were males and 44.3% were females with M:F ratio1.25:1. The maximum numbers of patients were in the age group of 10-15 years (43.3%). Majority of visits were in summer (n=360, 32.43%) followed by winter and spring season. Most common dermatosis seen during summer was bacterial infection (n=93, 8.37%) and during winter was eczema (n=62, 5.58%).Conclusions: Dermatoses in children are wide spread problem responsible for significant morbidity in them. In the present study there is seasonal variation of dermatological diseases in pediatric age group.

Download Full-text